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Economy Minister: We all need to understand, even USR, that people expect measures the next day

Economy Minister Radu Miruţă commented on the pace of reform measures within the Bolojan Government. The speed is “slower than the population expects” and “we all need to understand, even USR, that people expect measures the next day”.

Ministry of Finance launches the tenth edition of the TEZAUR Program

The Ministry of Finance launches the tenth edition of the TEZAUR Program on Monday, offering individuals the opportunity to invest in government securities with maturities of 1, 3 and 5 years and annual interest rates of 6.95%, 7.50% and 7.85%, the income being non-taxable.

The Prime Minister’s Chancellery published the operational leasing contract for the 17 cars

The Prime Minister's Chancellery published the operational leasing contract for 17 Dacia Duster pick-up vehicles, worth 80,531.55 lei per month, VAT included. Trade unionists in the Executive accused the violation of the legislation and the lack of freight transport duties.

Forecasts for the 4th quarter: The real estate market remains on an upward trend

The last quarter of 2025 will continue the upward dynamics of the real estate market, after the first eight months brought significant increases, according to some forecasts by specialists.

Bolojan’s proposed measures to relaunch activity in the field of agricultural product processing

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan proposed measures to boost agricultural product processing, saying Romania has "several sectors with great potential" and that "we must support the champions of these areas" to increase domestic production and export competitive products.

Annual increase in the number of employees does not reach 2% in any county in the country

In June 2025, Romania had about 5.17 million employees, just 0.4% more than in June 2024, showing very slow growth, with no county exceeding a 2% increase.

Ninth FIDELIS opportunity: invest tax-free and earn up to 8.20% more

The October 2025 FIDELIS edition offers interest rates up to 8.20% for lei and 6.50% for euros, allowing residents and non-residents over 18 to invest through partner banks.

The capital has a new prefect

Bucharest has a new prefect, USR member Andrei Nistor, who took the oath on Friday and received congratulations from his party and colleagues.

Romania drastically tightens penalties for circumventing international sanctions

Circumventing EU sanctions is now classified as a crime equivalent to terrorism and will be investigated by DIICOT.

Nicușor Dan will present the 2024 presidential election file in Copenhagen

Romanian President Nicușor Dan announced that he will present material prepared by the Romanian Prosecutor General regarding Russian disinformation in the upcoming December 2024 presidential elections.

Romania is preparing a joint venture with Ukraine for the production of drones

Romania is set to sign a letter of intent with Ukraine to establish a joint venture for the production of drones.

Where do tourists go and how much does a night’s accommodation cost in the country’s major cities

In Bucharest, a night's accommodation for two people costs between 150 and 600 lei, and in Brașov between 170 and 650 lei. In Cluj-Napoca, Sibiu or Timișoara it may be a little more expensive, but those who book in advance get discounts. Active excursions close to cities are in high demand.

Two out of three buyers expect price increases in the residential market

Housing prices continue to rise in the country's major cities, but also at a national level. The number of Romanians who still expect a price collapse has dropped dramatically in 2025. Most buyers (65%) anticipate new increases in real estate, according to the results of a recent study.

Buzoianu announces drastic rent reduction at Apele Române: almost half after renegotiation

Minister of the Environment, Diana Buzoianu, announces the reduction of the rent for the headquarters of "Apele Române" from 54,000 to 29,000 euros per month, after the renegotiation of the contract by the new director of the institution.

Mortgage rates increased in 2025; average rate in Bucharest to reach 49% of average salary

Mortgage rates increased in relation to the average net salary this year, with the last months set to bring a new increase – however, the estimated level for the end of 2025 will be similar to that recorded in 2024 and significantly lower compared to that in 2023.

Romanian Parliament adopts declaration “Romania without domestic violence”

The Romanian Parliament adopted on Tuesday, in a joint session of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate, the Declaration “Romania without domestic violence”, through which it firmly condemns all forms of violence against women, children and other family members.

The “Rabla 2025” Mirage. Vouchers for classic cars were given out in just 13 minutes

The “Rabla 2025” program has started, with a significantly reduced budget compared to previous editions. The budget for non-electric cars was exhausted in record time, in just 13 minutes, notes gandul.ro.

Călin Georgescu’s trial postponed due to magistrates’ protest

The magistrates of the 1st District Court postponed the trial of the case in which Călin Georgescu is accused of legionary propaganda, after they considered that the trial was not "an emergency".

The application that reads the address data from the new Electronic Identity Card, functional

The mobile application that reads the address data from the new Electronic Identity Card has become functional since Monday, the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) announced.

Recean: Moldova has shown the whole world that we are a fearless, smart and dignified people

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Dorin Recean, sent a message of gratitude to the citizens in the context of the parliamentary elections. He thanked them for the “incredible lesson of dignity, courage and love of nation”.

Nicușor Dan: Respect for the vote of the citizens of Moldova and continued support from Romania

The President of Romania, Nicușor Dan, congratulated the citizens of the Republic of Moldova for the dignity and courage they showed in the parliamentary elections. The Head of State reiterated Romania's support for the country's European path.

The Competition Council is analyzing the takeover of Napolact

The Competition Council is currently reviewing the transaction in which Bonafarm Zrt. plans to acquire FrieslandCampina Romania Holding B.V. and, indirectly, FrieslandCampina Romania S.A.

Grindeanu: Green light for the Pașcani hydroelectric power plant, as requested by the PSD

Interim President of the PSD, Sorin Grindeanu, stated on Friday that the Ministry of the Environment's approval for the Pașcani hydroelectric power plant is "the only rational and common-sense decision."

AUR has announced its withdrawal from the electoral race in the Republic of Moldova

The Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR) has announced its withdrawal from the electoral race in the Republic of Moldova, scheduled for September 28.

Abrudean: The stakes of the elections in the Republic of Moldova are important for all of Europe

The elections in the Republic of Moldova have important stakes for all of Europe, says the President of the Senate in Bucharest, Mircea Abrudean, on RFI, who hopes that pro-Europeans will win Sunday's parliamentary election.

Şerban: Government allocates funds for continuation of major infrastructure projects

The Government adopted on Thursday a package of decisions that ensures the continuation of major road infrastructure projects, through the allocation of necessary funds for expropriations and correction of technical documentation, announced the Minister of Transport, Ciprian Şerban.

Government extends commercial markup cap on basic foods until march 2026

The commercial markup cap on basic agri-food products is being extended until March 31, 2026, through an Emergency Ordinance adopted by the Government on Thursday.

Grindeanu on Bolojan’s replacement: I do not agree with the idea that Ilie Bolojan must leave

The interim president of the PSD, Sorin Grindeanu, declared on Wednesday that this coalition must last until 2028, and in 2027 "that switch" must take place, so he does not agree with the idea that Ilie Bolojan must leave the position of prime minister.

Romanian auto market accelerates – strong growth in all segments

The Romanian auto sector had an excellent July, with a growth of 16.7% compared to the same month in 2024. Adjusting for seasonal factors, the advance remains solid at 14.0%.

The simple motion against the Minister of the Environment, Diana Buzoianu, was rejected

The simple motion against the Minister of the Environment, Diana Buzoianu, initiated by AUR, was rejected on Wednesday, with 200 votes "against" and 87 "for".

How the CCR motivates the rejection of the complaint regarding the reform of ANRE, ASF and ANCOM

The Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) rejected on Wednesday, with unanimous votes, the objection of unconstitutionality filed by AUR, SOS and POT regarding the Law on streamlining the activity of some autonomous administrative authorities.

Study: 16% of Romanians trust AI and 6% in influencers when choosing products or services

Only 16% of Romanians trust AI and 6% in influencers when choosing online products or services, while the majority still rely on family or friends, according to a recent study.

A7 Ploieşti-Buzău Motorway: Works on Lot 3 Reached 81%

Works on Lot 3 (Pietroasele - Buzău Municipality) of the A7 Ploieşti-Buzău Motorway have reached a physical stage of 81%, on the 13.9 kilometers of this sector.

Minus 2 degrees Celsius towards the end of the week – radical change in temperature

Romania is preparing for a radical change in temperature towards the end of this week, with minimums that will reach minus 2 degrees Celsius in depressions, where frost will also form, Elena Mateescu announces on Antena 3 CNN.

Rogobete on paracetamol side effects: I requested an informed opinion

Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete said on Tuesday that he had asked the National Medicines Agency for an opinion on paracetamol side effects, after Donald Trump advised pregnant women not to take the drug because it is "probably associated with a very high risk of autism".

Alert in schools across the Capital. An anonymous email announces the massacre of several students

There was an alert in schools and hospitals in Bucharest and several counties across the country on Monday. An anonymous email sent to the School Inspectorate of Sector 2, then to schools and hospitals nationwide, announces the massacre of several people, including students.

Nazare: There is no discussion of new tax increases to cover the budget deficit

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare rejects speculation regarding the introduction of new taxes to reduce the budget deficit.

ANAF „has caused a great deal of disappointment,” admits Minister Nazare

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare acknowledges that ANAF "has caused a great deal of disappointment over time," but rejected the proposal to dismantle the institution, instead advocating for reform by 2026.

Is there a risk of blackouts in Romania? The Energy Minister’s response

Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan says that by the end of 2025, i.e. in three and a half months, Romania should close all the coal-fired power plants currently in operation.

Manager of Caransebeș Emergency Hospital arrested for accepting bribes

The manager of Caransebeș Municipal Emergency Hospital, Singh Bhupinder, was arrested on Friday for taking a bribe of 250,000 lei from a contractor in exchange for awarding him a repair contract worth over 900,000 lei, paid for from public funds.